An excerpt of an article by Kameela Osman, published on Therapy Route. "The inner critic is often a topic in therapy. While the inner critic has a purpose, it’s something we can all struggle with at times. It can bring motivation, feedback, and support growth....
Kameela Osman, MSW, RSW, C.Hyp, PMH-C
Social Worker | Psychotherapist |
Clinical Hypnotherapist | Perinatal Mental Health Certified
Kameela is a social worker and psychotherapist with over 10 years experience supporting mental, emotional and relational wellness. She’s a mom of 2, passionate about supporting other moms and couples. Her own personal experiences in pregnancy and postpartum inspired to become Perinatal Mental Health Certified (PMH-C). She additionally enjoys supporting couples and is trained in Level 1 and 2 of the Gottman Method Couples Therapy.
Her vast experience starts back in 2007 developing and co-facilitating peer support groups at a GTA (Greater Toronto Area) women’s center. Her roles since have included therapist, group facilitator, program coordinator, program supervisor and clinical supervisor. After many years in the non-profit sector, Kameela founded Elite Counselling & Consulting Services to focus on issues that have touched her personally.
Counselling / Psychotherapy
When we’re caught up in struggle it can become all we see. It’s common to get overwhelmed by the suggestions of others, or online searching for something that may help. We may not know where to start but know, we don’t want to keep feeling, thinking, or living, as is.
Clinical Focus includes:
Mindset Therapy
Perinatal (Pre-natal / Postpartum) Counselling
Couple Counselling
Workshops / Classes
Offering workshops & classes on topics such as mindfulness, parenting, relationships, anxiety, anger & more. Being pro-active with your mental health/wellness, benefits your being, relationships, career, finances, and more! Workshops are available online & in-person (Bowmanville & Greater Toronto Area) see featured workshops click here. Online courses available here…
Consulting & More...
If you notice you’re stuck, are in need of an outsider perspective or have too many balls to juggle, consultation services can help you! Kameela is also available to support individuals, agencies, and the community in other ways, for more information click learn more.
Sarah Lamb will be joining the practice this May, as a student therapist! She’ll be booking reduced-fee therapy as of May 11, 2021.
Sarah will be practicing under my supervision, as part of her placement for her MA in Counselling Psych. She has completed a BA with honors in Forensic Psychology. She’s far from green! She currently works and volunteers in the mental health field. She’s held roles such as crisis worker and counsellor. She has experience and training related to crisis intervention, challenging negative beliefs, self-esteem, trauma, anxiety, depression, emotion regulation, compassion, and mindfulness.
Clinical Focus
Mindset Therapy
For those struggling with their thoughts (overthinking, negative thinking, unwanted/intrusive thoughts, etc.). This can support motivation, self-esteem, anxiety, depression, perfectionism and many other issues. Related training completed includes, cognitive behavioural therapy, acceptance commitment therapy, clinical hypnotherapy, and more.
Perinatal (Pregnancy & Postpartum) Counselling
In the perinatal period, life transitions occur both around us and within ourselves. For many women it can lead to the onset of mental health issues. Even those without diagnoses can struggle with mental, emotional and relational wellness in this time. Kameela holds training specific to maternal mental health and is Perinatal Mental Health Certified, through postpartum support international. She offers support for general perinatal issues (including relationship support), as well as therapy relating to perinatal mood and anxiety disorders.
Couples Counselling
For tune ups, re-connection, pre-marital or pre-engaged support, as well as, recovering from affairs and betrayals. Kameela has training in the Gottman Method for Couples Therapy (Level 1 & 2) and is trained in The Seven Principles for Making Marriage Work. She frequently blends this knowledge with her training in other modalities of therapy to better support relational needs.
Are you ready for change?
Free Counselling Consult
Counselling consults are a 15-20 minute chat (phone or online video) that allows for questions and ensuring we’re a match for service. Email slamb@elitec-c.com or call 905-419-3242 for consult.
Book Appointment
If you know you’re ready to make a change, self-book here.
1st Session!
You’re on your way! Small changes can make a big difference.
My Approach
I’m collaborative and practical. I balance exploring the past with purpose, creating a hopeful future and grounded present. With extensive training, including CBT (cognitive behavioural therapy), ACT (acceptance, commitment therapy), Clinical Hypnotherapy, Maternal Mental Health and more, my method of therapy is integrated based on needs and preferences of those seeking support.
